Robert Kistler, MD
NPI 1740380831 · Family Medicine Physician · Lufkin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Robert Kistler, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Lufkin, TX (NPI 1740380831).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740380831
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G8217 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,208 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 875 | $123 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 628 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 306 | $87 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 295 | $63 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 | 267 | $16 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (covid-19) |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 91 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 383 | 172 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 365 | 174 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 274 | 130 |
| Lisinopril | 240 | 114 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 211 | 94 |
| Metformin Hclbrand: Metformin Hcl Er | 181 | 85 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$351 across 13 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-25
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Robert Kistler's NPI number?
- Robert Kistler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740380831, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Robert Kistler's specialty?
- Robert Kistler is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Robert Kistler located?
- Robert Kistler's practice location on file with NPPES is 3804 S Medford, Lufkin, TX 75901.
- What is Robert Kistler's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Robert Kistler is (936) 634-2231.
- Does Robert Kistler accept Medicare?
- Robert Kistler is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Robert Kistler's NPI active?
- Yes — Robert Kistler's NPI (1740380831) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.